Our conversation today with Scott Ricketts, Member Service Field Representative with REC, included an overview of a typical day that ranges from meter reading, service calls, and outage issues to community events and more. We talked about all the different things that are part of Scott’s job description and his experience with members across the service territory.

We were in the studio today for a conversation with Terry Bevers, Member Engagement Specialist with REC for an episode of The Valley Today on The River 953FM. Terry told us about several benefits for REC member/owners.

REC’s Water Heater Replacement program can assist with arranging delivery and installation of a new water heater, as well as give you up to 36 months to pay for it – interest free. 

We had a conversation today with Brian Wolfe about REC’s Youth Tour program & student scholarships. Each year, eight students from REC’s service territory travel to Washington, D.C., to explore key issues in the electric industry, study the cooperative business model, interact with students in team- and leadership-building programs, tour historical and cultural sites, meet their members of Congress and attend a show at the Kennedy Center. They also make lifelong friends.

We had a conversation today with Lindsey Edwards about REC’s commitment to the communities they serve. One of the ways they give back is through grants that support local schools, nonprofits, and emergency services teams. Lindsey told us how they work, the types of projects they’ve helped fund over the years, and how to apply for a community grant.

We were in the studio with Casey Hollins, Director of Communications and Public Relations for REC to talk about The Power of Change program that supports local charities and non-profit organizations. Applications for funding are now being accepted until 5pm on August 9, 2019. Casey told us about the program’s history, why it’s an important part of REC’s mission, and how you can support the program.

We’re releasing a bonus episode with all the details for REC’s FREE Member event – Get Connected – happening on Thursday, June 6, 2019 from 4pm – 7pm at Frederick County (VA) Fairgrounds located at 250 Fairgrounds Road in Clear Brook, VA.

In this episode, we talk to Jeff Hinson, Director of Member Services & Community Relations with Rappahannock Electric Cooperative about the event, the information booths, kids activities, food & entertainment. 

Being involved in the communities they serve is a cornerstone for Rappahannock Electric Cooperative. Today, Janet was in the studio with Casey Hollins, Director of Communications and Public Relations for REC to talk about their community programs.

We were in the studio for a conversation with Rappahannock Electric Cooperative CEO, Kent Farmer & Board Member, Chris Shipe. We discussed their community involvement, expanding renewables, energy efficiency, and reliability.

We talked about the the history of cooperatives, the importance of member involvement as well as the technology available through MyREC SmartHub.

Our conversation continued after the show wrapped on-air; you can hear the entire conversation here.